UPDATED: Artscape crowdfunds for operational funding as receivership deadline shifts to October

Why It Matters

After failing to receive offers for its $22.5 development, Toronto Artscape is insolvent and in receivership. Hundreds in the arts community could lose access to premium spaces and sustainable industry support.

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New framework designed to advocate for responsible AI use among fundraisers. How does it work?

Why It Matters

Since ChatGPT launched in November 2022, many non-profit organizations have used it to drive efficiency and innovation. However, non-profits could jeopardize public trust in them without knowing how generative AI affects them, their donors, and their clients.

This small foundation “turbocharged” its assets — but at what cost?

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The growth strategies used by the Community Foundation of Orillia and Area have increased granting and improved some local charity’s investment returns. Experts are celebrating these wins, but caution there could also be downsides.

Digital first responders play a growing role in disaster response. Are there lessons Canada should learn?

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Humanitarian responses need reliable communications infrastructure. Equipping municipal staff with the technical skills to repair damaged infrastructure could be crucial as climate change continues to increase the frequency of natural disasters.

Standardizing data collection could help non-profits fill gaps in critical community services. What’s holding them back?

Why It Matters

Non-profits often create ad hoc policies for managing, storing and sharing data, but they don’t always fulfill legal obligations or allow for the full utilization of important information. Standardizing how data is handled helps ensure vulnerable people don’t fall through the cracks and creates new opportunities for collaboration.